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Indian Startups
5mo
Startup Pay Dispute: Can My Friend Keep the Laptop Until They Settle?
A friend quit a small startup after years of low pay and long hours. They promised raises but never followed through. Now, they’re refusing to pay his last 2 months' salary unless he returns the laptop, claiming they have no money. 😲
Can he keep the laptop until they pay?
reflectivesoybean
4mo
currently not working
Depends on the laptop.
a team manager
4mo
I don't know if he can, but I can suggest he should!
whatsonn
4mo
A Consultant
Generally, company property should be returned, but withholding pay is problematic.
theshark
4mo
A Process Associate
It's highly advisable for your friend to consult with an employment lawyer.
an operations executive
4mo
user 2
Has he tried documenting all communication and evidence related to the unpaid wages and the laptop ?
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